The 350z Track

So I’m 4 years in Australia, and while I’m planning whether I’ll ever get to swap jz in my IS200, I got my hands on a ‘04 Nissan 350Z track edition, fairly stock, 158ks on the clock, not bashed up, interior looked decent and all. So what do we get with this 350 Track ? Not much different than a tourer, but the track edition gets front and rear spoilers, lighter alloy wheels, and upgraded brakes.

My 350Z initially had these features, but I’ve since added a few enhancements here and there. While it’s not heavily modified, aesthetically, it sits nicely lowered, just the way I prefer it. However, I do have ambitious plans for it in the future. Currently, it serves as my weekend escape vehicle, perfect for leisurely drives to the hills for brunch and coffee or perhaps a run to the mountaintop.

Driving this car is an absolute pleasure. The stock VQ35 engine delivers exhilarating performance while remaining reliably steadfast. How can I attest to this? Well, I’ve been on a seven-day road trip from Adelaide through Mount Gambier, traversed the Great Ocean Road, and drove to Victoria, Melbourne, and back – all without a single hiccup. I’ve even taken it camping in Katarapkoo in South Australia, a place reserved for rugged 4x4s, yet I managed with my lowered 350Z. Did I encounter obstacles? Certainly! ***I owned only this vehicle at this time so i had no other option 🙁 *** But with a bit of maneuvering, I navigated through, enjoyed the company of friends, and returned home safe. Hence, I confidently declare that the 350Z is an incredibly reliable car when its taken care of.

As for the current performance modifications:

• Lowering springs
• Work Meister S1 3P 18-inch wheels with GKtech spacers, featuring 245/45 R18 tires in the rear and 225/45 R18 tires up front
• Carbon fiber intake hole with a drop-in K&N air filter
• Single exit exhaust
• Xtreme lightweight single mass flywheel conversion with a stage 1 clutch and pressure plate
• NRG aftermarket steering wheel
• Mishimoto weighted shift knob